What it costs, in plain numbers.
These are my fees. They are the same for everyone.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| One technician | $85 an hour |
| Minimum visit | $85 |
| Travel, under 10 miles from Leesburg | No charge |
| Travel, 10 to 20 miles from Leesburg | $25 round trip |
| Travel, 20 to 40 miles from Leesburg | $40 round trip |
| Same-day visit | 25% added to the job |
| Two-person crew | $110 an hour |
| Materials I buy for you | Cost plus 15% to 25% |
| Taking away old items | $20, $40, or $75 and up by size |
| Custom work | 50% deposit, the rest when it is done |
If parts are missing from the box, half the job is due that day, and I finish once you have the missing parts.
Work out your visit.
Four quick choices. You will see about what it comes to before you call.
This is an estimate. I confirm the total before I start.
Here is what a visit costs, worked out.
One hour, 15 miles away
$85 for the hour + $25 travel =
$110
Two hours, 30 miles away
$170 for the hours + $40 travel =
$210
Same-day, two hours, 15 miles away
$170 for the hours + 25% same-day = $212.50 + $25 travel =
$237.50
Questions people ask.
Why is there a minimum?
Getting to you and setting up costs the same whether the job takes ten minutes or an hour.
Why is there a travel fee?
I drive from Leesburg. The fee covers that drive, and I show it before you book.
Do you charge extra for materials?
Only for parts I buy for you, at cost plus 15% to 25%. I tell you before I buy.
When do I pay?
When the job is done. Custom work takes a 50% deposit first.